Egypt Unleashes the Power of the Women’s Economy: BWE21 Kicks Off 11th International Conference with 45 Countries Participating
The 11th Annual International Conference of the Businesswomen of Egypt 21 (BWE21) is set to launch this Thursday, April 23, 2026, under the powerful theme: “She Leads 360°: Cross-Cultural Leadership in a Connected World.”
This prestigious event, held in collaboration with the World Association of Women Entrepreneurs (FCEM), solidifies Egypt’s growing status as a global hub for women’s economic empowerment and leadership.
A Global Platform for Change
Spanning from April 23 to 26 across Cairo and Alexandria, the conference brings together more than 300 women leaders, policy-makers, and entrepreneurs from over 45 countries. It serves as a strategic international platform designed to foster cross-cultural collaboration and build sustainable economic partnerships that transcend borders.
High-Level Ministerial Participation
The event’s global significance is underscored by the attendance of several high-ranking Egyptian officials and international dignitaries, including:
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Dr. Maya Morsy, Minister of Social Solidarity.
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Dr. Mohamed Farid Saleh, Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade.
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Dr. Ahmed Rostom, Minister of Planning and Economic Development.
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Dr. Yomna El Sheridy, President of BWE21.
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Dr. Marie Christine Oghly, President of FCEM.
Digital Transformation and the Future Economy
At Watan Rakamy, we highlight the conference’s focus on the “Digital Future.” The agenda tackles critical modern economic drivers, including Digital Transformation and Artificial Intelligence, the Green Economy, and the integration of women into Global Value Chains. Through high-level plenary sessions and specialized B2B meetings, the conference aims to translate dialogue into tangible investment opportunities and technological alliances.
Egypt as a Strategic Hub
Dr. Yomna El Sheridy emphasized that hosting the FCEM World Committee Meeting in Egypt for the first time is a testament to the international community’s confidence in Egypt’s enabling environment. She noted that women’s leadership is no longer a traditional concept but a driving force in shaping economic policies and directing global investments.
Dr. El Sheridy concluded with a call for impact-driven partnerships, stating that empowering women is an “economic imperative” that fuels innovation and builds a more inclusive, sustainable global economy.
